Weld Supervisor

Arrow•Perth East, ON

34d•$65,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service. Group Division: Arrow Off Road Stratford was established 100 years ago, and developing our people has been a core function and commitment of our business. Our culture is built on safety, integrity, and a commitment to partnering with our customers. We offer our people a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and the opportunity to implement innovative ideas. At our Stratford Facility, we fabricate and assemble components for heavy truck, defense, and off-road equipment companies. We feature fitting and welding, metal forming, saw cutting, painting, assembly departments and manufacture everything from small components to large structures, sheet metal to heavy plate.

Requirements

5+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
2+ years of supervisory or lead-hand experience.
Strong knowledge of welding processes (MIG, TIG, FCAW, SMAW)
Familiarity with CWB certification requirements (or AWS/ASME equivalents)
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
High school Education/post-secondary or Equivalent, or years of experience combined with education, designations, and certification.
Demonstrated leadership skills and business acumen.
Broad manufacturing experience in a metal fabrication environment
Knowledge of production processes, measurement & inspection procedures, production planning and control, and budget process.
Knowledge of MS Office and MRP/ERP systems.
Ability to supervise and lead a diverse group of people.
Strong verbal and written communication and conflict-resolution skills
Experienced and knowledgeable in Safety and Health systems
A high degree of understanding of manufacturing systems.
Ability to drive employee engagement and team-oriented operations focused on goal alignment.
Ability to read and comprehend engineered schematics and detailed blueprints.
Strong experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, concepts, and experience
Good situational awareness.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ISO 9001 environments is an asset

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily welding activities to meet production schedules and delivery timelines.
Assign work, monitor progress, and adjust resources to meet changing priorities.
Ensure proper use of welding procedures (WPS) and adherence to blueprints and specifications.
Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
Ensure all welding meets required quality standards and codes (CWB, AWS, ASME, etc.)
Collaborate with the Quality team on inspections, audits, and non-conformance resolution.
Maintain proper documentation (WPS, PQRs, weld logs, inspection reports)
Support ISO 9001 compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company policies.
Conduct safety talks, hazards assessments, and incident investigations.
Ensure proper use of PPE and safe operation of welding equipment and all other auxiliary equipment.
Supervise, coach, and develop welders, apprentices, and fitters.
Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback, including disciplinary actions.
Support training and certification.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize workflows.
Work with engineering on process improvements and new production launch.
Plan, organize, and control production work, including the timely setup of equipment.
Responsible for communicating with other functions and/or departments to address issues that may surface, such as a shortage in inventory, short lead times, incomplete or inaccurate work instructions, etc.
Overall responsibility for quality, productivity, delivery performance, and customer satisfaction
Staff the manufacturing function (prepare job descriptions, make hiring decisions, and deploy resources) to meet production requirements
Lead by providing clear direction on priorities and communicating performance expectations.
Responsible for monitoring staffing levels, ensuring proper labor complements, and adjusting accordingly.
Supervision of staff scheduling to include work assignments/rotations, and employee training.
Vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignments, back-up for absent employees, shift rotations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including activities related to: On Time Delivery, Lean Manufacturing, Health & Safety, Employee Performance, Quality, Overtime, and Housekeeping (5S) throughout the facility.
Assist staff in resolving complex operational problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality (including continuous improvement).
Responsible for ensuring compliance with company policy and implementing progressive discipline, when necessary, with the assistance of HR.
Conduct interviews, employee performance appraisals, and associated skills matrix, and orientation procedures as required throughout the shop floor and coordinate with functional groups as required to provide a holistic view of the person’s performance.
Review and revise the Time & Attendance system daily (attendance, sick leave, and vacation)
Measurement of piece parts and weldment parts, both in process and as final assemblies, as required.
Documentation of measurements, material test reports, and all other deemed necessary (Initial Sample Reports, First Article Inspection Reports, etc.)